General Operative

About the role

Register your interest now for our upcoming Production Operative roles at Kerry Charleville

Do you have a strong sense of organisation and enjoy working in highly automated environment with a team of people that all go the extra mile because they care? We care about each other, our customers, the families we serve, and our planet. It comes naturally to us and is rooted in everything we do, and every decision we make.

If this sounds like you then apply now to join our team as a Production Operator manufacturing our much-loved Cheestrings products. Working within our state-of-the-art facility in Charleville, Co. Cork

You will be part of team shaping the future of a modern, highly automated environment working with the latest in cutting edge food production technology. You will work as part of the production team, ensuring our finished products continue to meet our highest quality standards and delighting our customers.

What will I be doing?

As a production operator your job involves working with the latest food production technology and machinery, ensuring technical compliance throughout the manufacturing process.

You will proactively highlight any maintenance requirements and our commitment to Safety First, Quality Always means each and every member of our team plays their part and makes a difference everyday.

Many of our operators join us because our shift patterns really suit their lifestyle. We operate 4 days on 4 days off rotating 2 days and then 2 nights with Saturdays and Sundays included within the rotation. The shift pattern offers a highly competitive rate of pay plus shift allowance we also offer a number of job-related allowances and benefits and you will get all the training you need to be successful.

What do I need to be successful?

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

• You will join us because you want to work in an environment where growth and development are encouraged so you will be adaptable with a willingness to learn and grow at Kerry.
• You will be a dependable team player who is motivated by the ability to add value and by championing collaboration and teamwork.
• You will be proud to be a part of a team providing one of our best loved brands and delighting our customers.
• You will be passionate about working with technology and have a careful attention to detail so our lines continue to move quickly.
• Our salary and reward package are highly competitive and we also offer a wealth of other benefits (these include shift allowances and other job-related allowances, Employee Discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension, and recognition and reward incentives)

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

About Kerry Dairy Ireland

Kerry Group’s UK & Ireland dairy related business includes Dairy Ingredients, Dairy Nutritional Ingredients, Dairy Consumer Foods, and Agribusiness. With a revenue in excess of €1bn per year, it is one of the world’s leading dairy businesses. With our strong dairy heritage and deep-rooted connection to our 3,000 milk suppliers, right through to our portfolio of innovative and high-quality brands, the dairy business has a unique and compelling proposition for both consumers and our customers. 

Our dairy business has a diversified portfolio of dairy, nutritional ingredients and market leading dairy brands and its vertically integrated dairy processing ensures the highest quality, sustainably produced 1.2bn litres of milk for our dairy, nutritional ingredients, and consumer foods business – a key consideration among some of our largest customers across the globe.

We have an unrivalled dairy consumer brands portfolio coupled with a track record in innovation underpinned by technology and science. We manufacture and market our own leading butter, dairy, and plant spreads brands: Dairygold, Low Low, Pure and Golden Cow. We are the largest supplier of Private Label dairy spreads, supplying all major retailers in Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe. Our cheese brands compete in children’s cheese snacks (Attack-a-Snak), natural cheese (block, slices and grated), and in processed cheese segments and our leading cheese brands include Strings & Things, Coleraine, and Charleville Cheese. Through our multi-geographical presence (UK, Ireland, and Western Europe) we have a deep consumer insight which is a key component of the business. 

What's in it for me?

Opportunity for career development, matched pension scheme to up to 10% and access to an employee assistance program and employee benefit platform. 

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences.

One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life.

One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together.

We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

​Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

Get in touch today- we look forward to meeting you!